If there is one dessert that captures the pure joy of mangoes, it is Mango Shrikhand. Creamy, luscious, and bursting with the sweetness of ripe mangoes, this no-cook Indian dessert comes together in minutes and tastes like something you spent hours making. A fragrant touch of saffron, and just the right amount of tang from thick, strained yogurt, this is the kind of dessert that makes everyone at the table go quiet for a moment and then immediately ask for more. And the best part? Thanks to the magic of canned Alphonso mango puree, you can make this any time of year - no mango season required!

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Shrikhand is a classic Indian dessert made from thick strained yogurt, infused with cardamom, saffron, and nuts. Fold in golden mango pulp, and it transforms into Aamrakhand, Mango Shrikhand, the most joyful and refreshing dessert I know. No cooking, no fuss, just pure mango magic in every spoonful and elegant enough to serve at any celebration.
Mango Shrikhand holds a very special place in my heart because of Gudi Padwa, the beloved Maharashtra festival celebrating spring and the Hindu New Year. No Gudi Padwa table in my home was ever complete without my mom's homemade Mango Shrikhand, silky, saffron-kissed and perfectly sweet, served alongside hot, fluffy Puris and Batata Bhaji. That combination is still one of the most comforting and celebratory meals I know and one I recreate every single year with so much love.
Craving more festive Indian desserts? My Gajar Halwa and Jalebi are just as celebratory and equally crowd-pleasing, perfect for any special occasion!

Ingredient Notes
Yogurt: The secret to a truly great Mango Shrikhand is starting with the right yogurt. I always reach for a tangy desi plain whole-milk yogurt, and my favorites are Noga, Desi Natural, or Deep Foods. That natural tang beautifully balances the mango's sweetness, giving the Shrikhand its signature creamy depth. I have tried this recipe using Greek yogurt, but found that it does not have the tanginess of the traditional shrikhand.
Mango Pulp: When fresh Alphonso or kesar mangoes are in season, use them as their intense sweetness and floral aroma take this dessert to another level. For the rest of the year, canned Alphonso mango puree is my trusted go-to and works absolutely beautifully. Look for Kesar or Alphonso brands at your local Indian grocery store for the best results.

How to Make Mango Shrikhand







Shrikhand is a great make-ahead Indian dessert; it stays well in the refrigerator for up to a month or can be frozen for a longer shelf life.
Best served with a vegetarian curry, puri, or chapati.

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Recipe
Mango Shrikhand {Aamrakhand}
Recipe Video
Ingredients
- 2 pounds plain yogurt Full fat Desi or Stoneyfield brand
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1½ cup mango pulp Ratna or Deep Alphonso Mango Tin
- 1 pinch saffron
Instructions
- Line a large bowl with a double layer of cheesecloth and pour in the yogurt. Gather the corners of the cloth and tie them into a tight bundle. For best results, hang the bundle so the whey drains freely for 5 to 6 hours, or place it in a colander with a heavy weight on top and let it drain overnight in the refrigerator. You are looking for a thick, creamy consistency that is noticeably firmer than Greek yogurt.
- Transfer the strained yogurt into a large mixing bowl. Using a slotted spoon or whisk, whip vigorously for about 5 minutes until completely smooth, creamy, and lump-free.
- Add the powdered sugar and continue mixing for another 5 minutes until the sugar is fully incorporated and the shrikhand is silky-smooth.
- Add the mango pulp and mix well for about 5 minutes until the shrikhand is beautifully smooth and creamy.
- Garnish with saffron strands, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight before serving.
- Just before serving, give it a gentle stir so the saffron color blooms and swirls beautifully through the shrikhand.
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Cooking For The Time Challenged says
This looks very nice! Happy holiday.?
Archana says
Thank you!!
The Metal Pan says
I love everything mango but I never tried with saffron, interesting!
Archana says
It's a beautiful combination!!
mashedmush says
So pretty!
Archana says
Thank you!
Nandini says
Looks amazing Archana 🙂
Archana says
Thank you Nandini!
Hans Susser says
Hi Archana,
great pictures, delicious looking food 🙂
I am glad I found your blog 🙂
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Archana says
Thank you Hans!
Kristy Rhine says
Thanks for following me. I love this post. It looks amazing!
Archana says
Thank you Kristy!!
Monika says
Delicious ?
Archana says
Thank you Monika!
Payal Bali Sharma says
This is amazing and so tempting.
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Archana says
Thank you Payal!!
Rateka says
Beautiful color and texture... Great share ????
Archana says
Thank you Rateka!
Cook with Smile.. says
Absolute delish.. Beautiful color ?
Archana says
Thank you Lathi!
Simply Splendid Food says
The creamy texture must be so good. ? Almost like cream cheese. ? I would leave out the sugar. I have saffron. I will try it without sugar and let you know. I bet it would taste spectacular too! ?
Archana says
Yes almost like cream cheese but not that thick. I am sure it will taste great with saffron too. May be a hint of cardamom if you like. I would love to know how you like it!
ashu@ashstylegourmet says
Yumm! Shrikhand is a fav food, and this looks irresistible. Lovely pictures.
Navin Varshyachya hardik shubechya to you too Archana.
Archana says
Thank you Ashu! Happy new year to you too.
Jyoti's Kitchen says
Delicious!My favourite!
Archana says
Thank you Jyoti! Favorite in our house too.
annika says
Love the photos here and of course the food!
Archana says
Thank you Annika! Mango Shrikhand is a FAV in my family.
ramblingdaisies says
What a mouth-watering picture! Will surely try this out...thanks for posting this recipe.
Archana says
Thank you!
Dimple Nagori says
Should I add more sugar if am just making elaichi kesar shrikhand?
Archana says
Add to taste
Shivani says
This is a perfect recipe for aamrakhand took me back to tasting aamrakhand in Mumbai ❤️ thank you very much Archana for the perfect recipe for Gudhi Padwa
Archana Mundhe says
Thank you Shivani for the lovely feedback!